Palace cites public-private efforts to mitigate energy crisisMalacañang Palace, the official residence of the president of the Philippines, as seen from the Pasig River. He likewise cited the new wells of Malampaya that would go on stream by the last quarter of this year to further boost energy security. Recto likewise cited the government’s energy conservation program. “We also note with appreciation the City of Manila’s enterprising and inspiring move to fully subsidize the operations of thousands of jeepneys so they can ferry passengers for free,” Recto said. “And long before the oil price shocks, other cities, notably Quezon City, have deployed buses that offer free rides, and these, we note with thanks, have now been expanded,” he added.

Source: Philippine Star March 29, 2026 16:37 UTC